Summer 2025 Intern - Event Management, Hospitality, Customer Service Related Majors

Federal Reserve Bank - Chicago, IL

Part-time,Full-time - Intern

Chicago, IL

Monetary Authorities-Central Bank

About the position

The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago offers a Summer Intern Program designed for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students to gain direct exposure to the Bank's operations. This paid internship lasts 10-12 weeks, requiring a commitment of 40 hours per week, and provides opportunities to engage in project-based assignments and professional development activities aligned with the Bank's mission. Interns will work in a collaborative environment that fosters inclusion and reflects the diverse communities served by the Bank.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Chicago Federal Reserve employees on various projects across Event Management, focusing on Event Planning and Operations.
• Assist, register, and direct guests upon arrival to the conference center.
• Assist with producing online and hybrid events.
• Assist with logistics of event setup, communications, and client contact using Event Management Tool.
• Assist with data gathering for metrics reporting.
• Create reports and provide analysis on the metrics gathered.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Current, matriculated student in an accredited program graduating August 2024 or later.
• Minimum 2.75 GPA (unofficial transcripts may be requested).
• Ability to work 40 hours a week throughout the internship.

Nice-to-haves

• Intermediate working knowledge of Word and Excel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to verbally present information and respond to questions from small to medium groups.
• Ability to interpret data and analytics to develop insights and support decision-making.
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated.
• Ability to interact with internal and external clients professionally in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently while being a team player.

Benefits

• Paid internship
• Professional development activities
• Exposure to the Federal Reserve System
• Networking opportunities with Bank leadership and fellow interns